Audi 100 1991 vs BMW 3 series 1991

 
Audi 100
1991 - 1994
BMW 3 series
1991 - 1998
Gearbox: ManualManual
Engine: 2.5 Diesel2.5 Diesel
Camshaft drive: Timing beltTiming chain
Timing belt usually needs to be replaced more often than the chain, but it is usually significantly cheaper. Timing belt motors are generally quieter and less vibrating than chain motors.

Performance

Power: 115 HP115 HP
Torque: 265 NM222 NM
Acceleration 0-100 km/h: 11.1 seconds12 seconds
Audi 100 is more dynamic to drive.
Audi 100 and BMW 3 series have the same engine power, but Audi 100 torque is 43 NM more than BMW 3 series. Audi 100 reaches 100 km/h speed 0.9 seconds faster.

Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption (l/100km): 6.37.4
Real fuel consumption: 6.7 l/100km8.0 l/100km
The Audi 100 is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy.
By specification Audi 100 consumes 1.1 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series, which means that by driving the Audi 100 over 15,000 km in a year you can save 165 litres of fuel.
By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, Audi 100 consumes 1.3 litres less fuel per 100 km than the BMW 3 series.
Fuel tank capacity: 80 litres65 litres
Full fuel tank distance: 1260 km in combined cycle870 km in combined cycle
1660 km on highway1140 km on highway
1190 km with real consumption810 km with real consumption
Audi 100 gets more mileage on one fuel tank.

Drive type

Wheel drive type: Front wheel drive (FWD)Rear wheel drive (RWD)

Engines

Average engine lifespan: 770'000 km480'000 km
Engine resource depends largely on regular maintenance and the quality of the oils and fuels used, but under equal conditions the average life of a Audi 100 engine could be longer.
Engine production duration: 6 years10 years
Engine spread: Used also on Audi A6Used also on BMW 5 sērija
In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. BMW 3 series might be a better choice in this respect.

Dimensions

Length: 4.79 m4.43 m
Width: 1.78 m1.70 m
Height: 1.43 m1.39 m
Audi 100 is larger.
Audi 100 is 36 cm longer than the BMW 3 series, 8 cm wider, while the height of Audi 100 is 4 cm higher.
Trunk capacity: 510 litres435 litres
Audi 100 has more luggage capacity.
Audi 100 has 75 litres more trunk space than the BMW 3 series.
Turning diameter: 11.4 meters10 meters
The turning circle of the Audi 100 is 1.4 metres more than that of the BMW 3 series, which means Audi 100 can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces.
Gross weight (kg): 1`9751`815
Safety: no data
Quality:
average

below average
Audi 100 has slightly fewer faults.
Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for BMW 3 series, so Audi 100 quality could be a bit better.
Average price (€): 14002400
Rating in user reviews: 8.1/10 7.2/10
Pros and Cons: Audi 100 has
  • timing belt engine
  • more dynamic
  • lower fuel consumption
  • more full fuel tank mileage
  • longer expected engine lifespan
  • roomier boot
  • higher ratings in user reviews
  • lower price
BMW 3 sērija has
  • timing chain engine
  • better manoeuvrability
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